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world11 days ago•3 min saved

Rahman sworn in as Bangladesh PM, vows reform amid BNP comeback

Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Bangladesh’s prime minister, marking the BNP-backed return to power after 18 months of caretaker rule and signaling a potential turning point as the country grapples with inflation, jobs and governance. A 25‑member cabinet (plus 24 junior ministers) was sworn in, with Rahman underscoring serious economic and anti‑corruption reforms. The administration aims to balance ties with China, India and Western nations, while new electoral changes introduce a two‑term limit for prime ministers and strengthen judicial independence. Voter turnout was 59.44% and Hasina’s exile remains a backdrop.

via The Guardian|

#bangladesh #bnp #economy

world12 days ago•37 min saved

Rahman takes helm in Bangladesh as BNP landslide victory ushers him PM

Tarique Rahman was sworn in as Bangladesh’s prime minister after the BNP won a two-thirds parliamentary majority, with Jamaat‑e‑ Islami and its allies boycotting the ceremony. Rahman, returning from 17 years in exile, leads a mixed cabinet that includes Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury as finance minister and Khalilur Rahman as foreign minister, as the country seeks political stability, renewed investor confidence and revival of the garment sector. The open-air oath at the South Plaza was administered by President Mohammed Shahabuddin, under a transitional framework after an Yunus‑led interim government.

via Reuters|

#bangladesh #bnp #elections

world13 days ago•6 min saved

Bangladesh's Jamaat Surges from Campus Victories to National Power

Bangladesh’s Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami moved from campus politics to the national stage by winning a landslide in University of Dhaka student elections and securing 68 of 297 seats in the first national vote since the 2024 student-led uprising; it also formed a strategic alliance with the National Citizen Party, which won six of 30 seats it contested. A referendum backed democratic reforms (bicameral legislature, term limits) intended to safeguard democracy, but analysts warn that student movements often falter in traditional patronage politics, suggesting a shifting yet fragile political landscape.

via The New York Times|

#bangladesh #jamaat-e-islami #national-elections

world15 days ago•6 min saved

Bangladesh braces for change as Tarique Rahman readies to lead BNP

BNP leader Tarique Rahman is poised to become Bangladesh’s prime minister after the party’s landslide win, signaling a potential shift from Hasina’s long rule. He faces major challenges—rebuilding democratic institutions, reviving the economy, stabilizing inflation, and addressing youth calls for change—while observers weigh his lack of governing experience and past corruption allegations.

via BBC|

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world22 days ago•1 min saved

Bangladesh records Nipah death as WHO flags low international risk

The WHO reports a Bangladeshi woman in her 40s died in January from Nipah virus; she had no travel history but consumed raw date palm sap. Thirty-five contacts are being monitored and all tested negative; no additional cases have been detected and international risk is considered low with no travel restrictions advised. Nipah is bat-borne and can be fatal, but human-to-human transmission is limited; Bangladesh also reported four lab-confirmed fatal Nipah cases in 2025.

via The Guardian|

#bangladesh #date-palm-sap #nipah-virus

science25 days ago•25 min saved

PRV: Hidden Bat Virus Behind Bangladesh’s Nipah-like Outbreaks

Five Bangladeshi patients with Nipah-like symptoms were found to be infected with Pteropine orthoreovirus (PRV), linked to consumption of raw date palm sap frequented by fruit bats; the finding shifts attention to PRV’s potential for severe disease beyond mild colds and underscores the need for broad surveillance of bat-borne viruses.

via ZME Science|

#bangladesh #bat-borne-diseases #nipah-virus

health26 days ago•6 min saved

Bat-borne PRV found in Nipah-suspect cases prompts broader surveillance

Bangladesh researchers detected Pteropine orthoreovirus (PRV) in archived throat swabs from five patients initially suspected of Nipah virus infection, suggesting bat-borne viruses may co-circulate with Nipah and should be considered in NiV-like illnesses. NiV tests were negative, but sequencing confirmed PRV (and in some cases virus growth in culture). All patients had recently consumed raw date-palm sap, and while two patients recovered, one died and others reported lingering symptoms; findings underscore the potential for reassortment in segmented viruses and call for broader surveillance and differential diagnoses in regions where palm sap is consumed.

via CIDRAP|

#bangladesh #bat-borne-virus #health

economy29 days ago•9 min saved

Bangladesh Braces for EU–India FTA Pressures After LDC Graduation

An editorial warns that the EU–India Free Trade Agreement could undermine Bangladesh’s export performance as India gains duty-free access in key sectors like garments, textiles, and footwear. With Bangladesh set to graduate from LDC status in Nov 2026, modelling suggests garment exports could fall sharply—potentially billions—if MFN tariffs kick in and rivals secure ongoing duty-free access. The piece urges Bangladesh to aggressively secure post-graduation EU preferences (GSP+), improve rules of origin, and pursue wide-ranging reforms in energy, logistics, finance, and governance to boost competitiveness beyond preferential margins.

via The Daily Star|

#bangladesh #economy #eu-india-fta

world1 month ago•8 min saved

Bangladesh presses ICC to move T20 World Cup fixtures out of India over security concerns

Bangladesh Cricket Board told the ICC in a video conference that it will not travel to India for the T20 World Cup and reiterated its request to relocate its four group matches outside India, with Sri Lanka floated as a potential alternate venue; the ICC itinerary has been announced, but the BCB maintains its stance while discussions continue to explore solutions to safeguard players and staff.

via Dawn|

#bangladesh #icc #india

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Massive Mourning for Bangladesh's First Female Prime Minister Khaleda Zia

Huge crowds gathered in Dhaka to attend the funeral of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, a prominent political figure in Bangladesh, with dignitaries from multiple countries and thousands of supporters paying their respects. Zia, who led the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and served as the country's first female prime minister, was remembered for her calm demeanor and political influence, amid a backdrop of ongoing political rivalry and recent upheavals.

via NBC News|

#bangladesh #funeral #khaleda-zia

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Bangladesh Mourns Ex-Prime Minister Khaleda Zia at State Funeral

Hundreds of thousands of people in Bangladesh attended the state funeral of Khaleda Zia, the country's first female prime minister and a prominent political figure, marking her significant impact on Bangladesh's democracy and her enduring popularity despite health issues and political setbacks.

via BBC|

#bangladesh #democracy #funeral

world2 months ago•0 min saved

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's First Female Prime Minister, Passes Away at 80

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister, passed away in Dhaka at the age of her health complications, including cirrhosis, arthritis, and diabetes, with her family by her side.

via The Washington Post|

#bangladesh #death #health-issues

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Khaleda Zia: Bangladesh's Trailblazing Female Leader and Political Icon

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister and a prominent political figure, passed away at 80. She rose from a low-profile housewife to lead the BNP after her husband's assassination, serving two terms as prime minister, and was known for her uncompromising stance against military rule and her advocacy for women's issues. Her later years were marred by corruption convictions and health issues, but she remained a significant opposition figure until her death in 2023. She is survived by her son Tarique Rahman, a potential future leader.

via BBC|

#bangladesh #corruption #female-leader

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Bangladesh's First Female Prime Minister Khaleda Zia Passes Away at 80

The death of Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female Prime Minister, has elicited condolences worldwide, with leaders from Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and the US praising her contributions to democracy and development. She passed away at age 80 after a prolonged illness, marking a significant loss for Bangladesh's political landscape.

via Al Jazeera|

#bangladesh #condolences #death

world2 months ago•1 min saved

Bangladesh's First Female Prime Minister Khaleda Zia Passes Away at 80

Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female prime minister and a prominent political figure, has died at age 80 after a prolonged illness, marking the end of a significant era in Bangladesh's political history.

via BBC|

#bangladesh #death #khaleda-zia